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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1913
Page
9
London Sept 12 The appeal by Marl Loreburn for a conference among Liberal Unionist and Nationalist factions to settle the Irish question by consent is dismissed as impractical. Liberals deem it too late while Unionists demand dropping the Home Rule bill. Nationalists say any talk is useless without admitting Home Rule.
The article notes that Richard Olney, a Democratic leader, endorsed the appointment of Mr. Billings and that Olney was the only Democratic figure consulted so far. The passage implies Olney’s support influences the ongoing confirmation process.
An advertisement extols a French Method for rapid weight loss without exercise or dieting. The author claims a 10 pound first week drop, renewed health, and a free book by sending name and address to Hattie Biel of Denver, Colorado.
One way tickets to California go on sale September 25 to October 10, 1913 with low fares to North Pacific Coast Points via Rock Island Lines. Daily electric lighted tourist sleepers from Chicago St Louis and Memphis offer three best routes including via Colorado Scenic Route Salt Lake City Ogden and Southern Pacific through El Paso New Mexico. Dining cars and several personally conducted excursions weekly. L Parrott general New England Agent 288 Washington St Boston Tel Main 2249.
The debate over appointing Mr Billings to the Boston customs post intensifies with allies and opponents clashing. Mayor Fitzgerald and supporters press opposition, while Storrow Olney Brandeis and others back Billings. Lieutenant Governor Walsh's stance remains unclear as Washington endorsements flow.
Maury J. Diggs former State architect and Sacramento attorney Charles B. Harris denied key points of Nellie Barton testimony on a plea to derail a Mann Act prosecution. They testified they summoned Barton and had her carry a message to Marsha Warrington but insisted no subornation of perjury occurred.
Mayor Fitzgerald announced his fourth appointment for the city supplies purchaser. He submitted D. Frank Doherty of 6 Bernard Street Dorchester, son of Colonel Thomas F. Doherty, to the Civil Service Commission.
Fall patterns in negligee shirts are neat and fresh with brightness to tone up Fall suits. Houghton & Dutton Co. offer shirts at 69 cents instead of $1.00 on the street floor.
The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court rules the veteran preference in the civil service law cannot extend beyond clearly defined boundaries. The case of Reuben J. Phillips against the Metropolitan Park Commissioners held that Phillips, awarded a medal of honor not by the President but by a Navy secretary, did not meet the statute’s veteran definition.
Charles L. Winston of East Boston is named press agent for Keith’s National Theatre in the South End. The former Fest reporter, in his teens, will head the publicity department and manage advertising to inform the public about world wide acts brought to the theatre by Mr. Keith.
The House passed a joint resolution authorizing a $100,000 emergency appropriation to aid destitute Americans in Mexico and transport them to the United States. Secretary Bryan urged immediate action noting current spending and low available funds. The measure advances to the Senate with a pledge to allow another $100,000 if needed.
Sixteen American refugees from Mexico arrived in New York on the steamer Esperanza, via Havana. Harry Berliner of Elizabeth New Jersey said the Mexican government protects Americans and their property, and most of the travelers came for a vacation rather than fear for safety.
Five Hannibal youths led by Virgil Yates Charles Imhoff Dick Carroll Everett Gillis and William Russell confessed to a spree of robberies in and around Hannibal over years using Mark Twain cave as rendezvous and stash. About 4000 in loot, largely recovered, linked to crimes over more than three years.
Chelsea Democrats gathered in Chelsea square last night to hear speeches from Lieutenant-Governor hopeful Richard R. Long and other contenders including District Attorney incumbent Joseph C. Pelletier and State Treasurer candidate Frederick W. Mansfield. Also appearing were Rep. Benjamin I. Sullivan, Governor's Council hopefuls William H. Barter and Mark L. Flaherty, with former Mayor James H. Malone presiding.
The National Lancers will participate in the British Naval and Military Veterans Association of Massachusetts memorial services at St Pauls Cathedral. Members will assemble at 1 30 p m Sunday at the armory on Bulfinch Street and parade through the city to the cathedral.
William Lee of the Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen testified at the arbitration commission for 42 Eastern railroads in a labor dispute over pay and tours. He cited ICC data showing 3635 railroad employees killed in the United States in the year ending June 30.
William Lee urges uniform pay for Black workers across regions while A B Garretson condemns deadhead crews who travel unpaid. Frank Warren presents data from ICC and Labor on car tonnage shifts and crew requirements as railroad economists discuss safety costs. The commission plans to reconvene Monday.
An old advertisement promotes Cascarets as a quick fix for sour stomach bloating and heartburn. It claims the product cleanses the stomach, removes undigested food and foul gases, relieves liver bile, and keeps bowels regular by morning with a 10 cent box. It urges care for children as well.
The Rev. William Channing Brown of Littleton denies all Drake claims in Suffolk Superior Court over alleged slander. Drake, former Beverly First Universalist pastor, contends Brown uttered false statements about his personality and career. Brown says any remarks were true or privileged and made in good faith. Drake accuses Brown of speaking at his Beacon Street office March 26 1915 in front of witnesses. Drake claims Brown’s past includes socialistic views and unemployment from church duties.
Timothy W. Coakley, seeking the Democratic nomination for district attorney, spoke at Maynard Hall in Ward 13, South Boston. About 800 voters packed the hall as local and visiting politicians listened while Coakley posed a question to District Attorney Pelletier and urged voters to decide.
Mrs. Helen Gilmore age 86 mother of Congressman Edward Gilmore died at her Brockton home after a three week illness. The congressman, who had returned from Washington, was with her when she passed. She leaves eight children.
Sept 12 North Harwich witness Hi ram Eldredge describes a flock of black ducks so dense the sun was obscured. He reports many birds were injured and fell to the ground as they collided in the air while escaping his gunfire.
A competitive examination for police positions will be held. From the eligible list, names will be certified to fill vacancies as they occur. Applicants must be 25 to 33, 5 ft 6 in minimum, 140 pounds, male US citizens, residents of Massachusetts and Boston, with birth certificates. Applications due in the Civil Service Commission office by October 1.
Frank Schulz a vaudeville performer and Alec Helser a bartender were found guilty by a jury in Judge Landis court of violating the Mann act for bringing Emma Marr 16 and Anna Barr 22 from Detroit to Chicago for immoral purposes.
Washington reports that Chicago police claims of a seized so called black book detailing Chinese and opium smuggling and white slave traffic were denounced by the bureau of immigration as the purest fabrication.
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